Preschool Teacher- All Ages

Smart Cookies 1717Charleston, SC
Onsite

About The Position

Smart Cookies is a high-quality child care center dedicated to the social, cognitive, emotional, and educational development of children. We provide a safe and comfortable environment for infants, toddlers, and pre-kindergartners. Our early childhood center serves children aged infants through 36 months at one location and children aged 3 through 6 at a second campus. We are seeking enthusiastic and caring teachers to serve as positive role models for our students from infants through preschool age.

Requirements

  • Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience working with young children
  • Ability to bend, stoop, and run to keep up with active young children
  • Strong communication and interaction skills with children and parents
  • Compassion, respect, and patience for young children
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • Minimum age of 18
  • TB test and physical before start date

Nice To Haves

  • Prior teaching or child care experience
  • Completion of the South Carolina Early Childhood Credential (ECD 101)
  • At least 6 months of experience in a regulated child care facility
  • Successful completion of an FBI and SLED background check
  • Annual completion of 15 hours of training, including: 5 hours in child growth and development, 5 hours in curriculum activities for children, Remaining hours in health, safety, or other child care-related topics
  • Current Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications
  • If transporting children, a valid Class C driver's license with a clean Department of Public Safety record, plus 2 hours of transportation training annually

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom environment
  • Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that promotes social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth
  • Document attendance records, food program compliance, developmental milestones, accident reports, and daily communication with parents
  • Use positive guidance techniques
  • Collaborate respectfully and professionally with other team members to ensure the success of the children and the school family

Benefits

  • Competitive wages based on experience and education
  • Vision, dental, and health benefits for full-time employees
  • 401(k) matching
  • Discounted child care tuition
  • Paid time off for full-time employees
  • Holiday pay for full-time employees
  • Multiple bonus and incentive opportunities
  • Career advancement opportunities
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